What Companies Are at IMTS 2026?
IMTS 2026 brings together companies across machine tools, industrial automation, robotics, metrology, additive manufacturing, manufacturing software, tooling, workholding, CNC systems, and advanced production technology — September 14–19, 2026 at McCormick Place in Chicago.
IMTS 2026 at a glance
| Event | International Manufacturing Technology Show 2026 |
| Dates | September 14–19, 2026 |
| Location | Chicago, Illinois |
| Venue | McCormick Place |
| Industry | Manufacturing technology |
| Companies listed | 176 |
| Visitors | 90,000 |
| Exhibitors | 2,000+ |
| Exhibit space | 1.2M+ sq. ft. |
| Conference registrants | 3,000+ |
| Key areas | Machine tools, automation, robotics, metrology, additive manufacturing, software, tooling and digital manufacturing |
Companies at IMTS 2026
| Company | What it does | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Okuma America Corporation | CNC machine tools, controls and automation | Machine Tools |
| Murata Machinery USA (Muratec) | CNC turning and automated manufacturing systems | Machine Tools |
| MJC Engineering & Technology | CNC metal-forming and flow-forming systems | Machine Tools |
| Shibaura Machine Company, America | Boring, milling and precision machine tools | Machine Tools |
| SW North America | Multi-spindle CNC machining systems | Machine Tools |
| Niigata Machine Techno USA | Horizontal machining centers | Machine Tools |
| Hermle Machine Company | High-precision 5-axis machining centers | Machine Tools |
| LANG Technik | Workholding and machining automation | Workholding |
| Tsugami America | Swiss-type CNC lathes and precision turning | Machine Tools |
| ALD Vacuum Technologies | Vacuum heat-treatment and manufacturing equipment | Production Equipment |
| ALFING Corporation | Manufacturing and automotive production technology | Production Equipment |
| ALWA smartPINS | Manufacturing tooling technology | Tooling |
| Avantec Zerspantechnik | Precision machining and cutting technology | Cutting Tools |
| DIAHON Werkzeuge | Precision machining tools | Cutting Tools |
| EISELE | Industrial manufacturing equipment | Production Equipment |
| OPS-INGERSOLL | EDM and precision machining systems | Machine Tools |
| MC Machinery Systems | EDM, milling, laser and manufacturing equipment | Machine Tools |
| WALDRICH COBURG North America | Large-scale machine tools | Machine Tools |
| Otinus North America | Laser cutting equipment | Lasers |
| Kent Industrial USA | Machine tools | Machine Tools |
| Mazak Corporation | CNC turning, milling and multitasking systems | Machine Tools |
| Methods Machine Tools | Machine tools and automation | Machine Tools |
| Hiperbaric | High-pressure processing and HIP technology | Production Equipment |
| Matsuura Machinery USA | Automated multi-axis machining centers | Machine Tools |
| DN Solutions America | CNC turning, machining and multitasking systems | Machine Tools |
| Hurco Companies | CNC machining centers and controls | Machine Tools |
| INDEX Corp. | CNC turning and multi-spindle systems | Machine Tools |
| Marubeni Citizen-Cincom | Swiss-style CNC turning technology | Machine Tools |
| JTEKT | CNC and multitasking machine tools | Machine Tools |
| Gleason | Gear manufacturing technology | Production Equipment |
| Makino | Precision machining and EDM systems | Machine Tools |
| Haas Automation | CNC machine tools | Machine Tools |
| Correa | Milling machines | Machine Tools |
| Hwacheon | CNC machine tools | Machine Tools |
| Kitamura | Precision machining centers | Machine Tools |
| Amada Machinery America | Sawing and metalworking equipment | Machine Tools |
| Innse-Berardi | Large machining systems | Machine Tools |
| Star CNC Machine Tool | Swiss-type automatic lathes | Machine Tools |
| Sodick | EDM and precision manufacturing equipment | Machine Tools |
| Flex Machine Tools | Waterjet and manufacturing systems | Production Equipment |
| Cosen Saws | Industrial sawing equipment | Production Equipment |
| Grob Systems | 5-axis and production machining systems | Machine Tools |
| Brother International | Compact machining centers | Machine Tools |
| EMAG | Turning and production machine tools | Machine Tools |
| United Grinding | Grinding and precision machining systems | Machine Tools |
| Hardinge | Turning, milling and grinding equipment | Machine Tools |
| ZOLLER | Tool presetting, measurement and management systems | Tooling |
| TRUMPF | Laser cutting and manufacturing technology | Lasers |
| Dynamic International | Machine-tool distribution and systems | Machine Tools |
| PROCECO | Industrial cleaning and surface-treatment systems | Production Equipment |
| Royal Master Grinders | Precision grinding machines | Machine Tools |
| KAPP NILES | Gear cutting and profile grinding equipment | Machine Tools |
| bavius | High-performance machining systems | Machine Tools |
| Nakamura-Tome | Multitasking CNC machines | Machine Tools |
| Chiron Group | CNC machining centers | Machine Tools |
| Tornos | Swiss-type turning technology | Machine Tools |
| Williams and White Equipment | Industrial manufacturing equipment | Production Equipment |
| CYTEC Systems | Manufacturing and machining systems | Machine Tools |
| FANUC America Corporation | Industrial robots, CNC systems and automation | Robotics & Automation |
| Hirebotics | Cobot welding, cutting and painting systems | Robotics & Automation |
| KUKA | Industrial robotics and machine tending | Robotics & Automation |
| IPLUSMOBOT | Autonomous mobile robots | Robotics & Automation |
| Metalcraft Automation Group | CNC automation and machine tending | Robotics & Automation |
| Mitsubishi Electric Industrial Automation | CNC, robotics, motion and factory automation | Robotics & Automation |
| SCHUNK | Gripping, workholding and automation | Workholding / Automation |
| Edge Technologies | Bar feeding and machine automation | Automation |
| Intrinsic | Industrial robotics software and AI | AI / Robotics Software |
| Yaskawa Motoman | Industrial robotic systems | Robotics & Automation |
| Mission Design & Automation | Robotic systems integration | Robotics & Automation |
| GennFlex | Industrial robotics | Robotics & Automation |
| RoboJob | CNC machine-tending automation | Robotics & Automation |
| Productive Robotics | Collaborative robots | Robotics & Automation |
| Inbolt | Vision-guided robotic automation | Robotics & Automation |
| Formic | Full-service industrial automation | Robotics & Automation |
| ATI Industrial Automation | Robotic tooling and end effectors | Robotics & Automation |
| Liebherr Gear and Automation Technologies | Gear production and automation | Automation |
| Parker Hannifin | Motion and control technology | Motion & Controls |
| Acme Manufacturing | Robotic automation and finishing systems | Robotics & Automation |
| Ahaus Tool and Engineering | Custom automation and robotics | Robotics & Automation |
| Creative Automation | Robotic cells and production automation | Robotics & Automation |
| Nachi Robotics Systems | Industrial robot arms and automation | Robotics & Automation |
| PrimeTest Automation | Custom industrial automation | Robotics & Automation |
| HIWIN Corporation | Motion-control and linear-motion systems | Motion & Controls |
| THK America | Linear motion and industrial machinery technology | Motion & Controls |
| Joyce/Dayton | Linear-motion systems | Motion & Controls |
| Leica Microsystems | Industrial microscopy and inspection | Metrology & Inspection |
| ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions | CMM, X-ray and optical metrology | Metrology & Inspection |
| Blum-Novotest | On-machine measurement | Metrology & Inspection |
| Mitutoyo | Precision measurement systems | Metrology & Inspection |
| Hexagon | Metrology and manufacturing intelligence | Metrology & Inspection |
| Nikon | Industrial X-ray, CT and optical inspection | Metrology & Inspection |
| OGP | Multisensor dimensional measurement | Metrology & Inspection |
| Starrett | Precision dimensional measurement | Metrology & Inspection |
| FARO | 3D scanning and measurement | Metrology & Inspection |
| Creaform | Portable 3D metrology | Metrology & Inspection |
| Bruker Alicona | Optical 3D measurement | Metrology & Inspection |
| Zygo | Optical metrology | Metrology & Inspection |
| Sensofar | Optical surface measurement | Metrology & Inspection |
| GelSight | Tactile surface metrology | Metrology & Inspection |
| Lumafield | Industrial CT scanning | Metrology & Inspection |
| Werth | Multisensor metrology | Metrology & Inspection |
| VJ Technologies | Industrial X-ray inspection | Metrology & Inspection |
| Jesse Garant | Industrial CT and X-ray inspection | Metrology & Inspection |
| Innerspec | Nondestructive testing | Metrology & Inspection |
| Foerster | Nondestructive testing and inspection | Metrology & Inspection |
| Automated Precision | Precision dimensional measurement | Metrology & Inspection |
| Wenzel | CMM and optical metrology | Metrology & Inspection |
| Renishaw | Metrology and machine-tool probing | Metrology & Inspection |
| LK Metrology | Coordinate measuring machines | Metrology & Inspection |
| Artec 3D | Professional 3D scanning | Metrology & Inspection |
| AIMS Metrology | Shop-floor CMM systems | Metrology & Inspection |
| Tractian | Predictive maintenance and machine monitoring | Manufacturing Software |
| Autodesk | CAD/CAM and manufacturing software | Manufacturing Software |
| Onshape / PTC | Cloud CAD and digital product development | Manufacturing Software |
| GroundControl | Manufacturing software | Manufacturing Software |
| Limitless Labs | AI-powered CNC programming | AI / Manufacturing Software |
| CIMCO | CNC programming and shop-floor software | Manufacturing Software |
| EVT Eye Vision Technology | Machine-vision software | Manufacturing Software |
| Fehrmann Materials X | Engineering and materials software | Manufacturing Software |
| ShopXpert | Manufacturing ERP | Manufacturing Software |
| NUM | CNC systems and controls | Controls |
| OPEN MIND Technologies | CAD/CAM and 5-axis programming | Manufacturing Software |
| OnRamp Solutions | Manufacturing ERP and operations software | Manufacturing Software |
| Siemens | Industrial software, automation and digital twins | Manufacturing Software |
| ProShop ERP | ERP and shop-management software | Manufacturing Software |
| High QA | Inspection and quality software | Manufacturing Software |
| Verisurf Software | Metrology and inspection software | Manufacturing Software |
| Mastercam | CNC programming and CAM | Manufacturing Software |
| Caron Engineering | Machine monitoring and process optimization | Manufacturing Software |
| Dimensional Control Systems | Variation analysis and digital-twin software | Manufacturing Software |
| Kennametal | Cutting tools and machining technology | Cutting Tools |
| Jergens | Workholding and manufacturing components | Workholding |
| 5th Axis | CNC workholding | Workholding |
| iSwiss Tools | Swiss machining tooling | Cutting Tools |
| YG-1 | Cutting tools | Cutting Tools |
| Aloris Tool Technology | Toolholding systems | Tooling |
| Pokolm | Milling tools | Cutting Tools |
| Platinum Tooling | Machine-tool accessories and tooling | Tooling |
| Gorilla Mill | High-performance cutting tools | Cutting Tools |
| Solukon | Automated metal-powder removal | Additive Manufacturing |
| Formalloy | Directed energy deposition | Additive Manufacturing |
| Velo3D | Metal additive manufacturing | Additive Manufacturing |
| Advanced Engineering & Consulting | Hybrid additive and robotic manufacturing | Additive Manufacturing |
| Impossible Objects | Composite additive manufacturing | Additive Manufacturing |
| 3DMakerWorld | Additive manufacturing technology and systems | Additive Manufacturing |
| Evosys Laser | Laser plastic welding | Lasers |
| Laserline | Industrial diode lasers | Lasers |
| Radyne | Induction heating systems | Advanced Processes |
| FOBA Laser Marking + Engraving | Industrial laser marking | Lasers |
| Laser Marking Technologies | Laser part marking | Lasers |
| Monode Marking Products | Industrial part identification | Marking |
| Hirt-Line Europe | Coolant delivery systems | Advanced Processes |
| NOYEN | Industrial parts cleaning | Advanced Processes |
| JCOM | Industrial cleaning systems | Advanced Processes |
| FUCHS Lubricants | Metalworking fluids and industrial lubricants | Materials & Lubricants |
| SAFECHEM | Precision cleaning solvents | Materials & Lubricants |
| Mersen | Advanced graphite and industrial materials | Materials |
| Blaser Swisslube | Metalworking fluids | Materials & Lubricants |
| Porite USA | Powder-metal components | Components |
| TCI Precision Metals | Precision metal blanks and machining materials | Materials |
| TiMOTION | Electric linear actuators | Components |
| Gutekunst | Minimum-quantity lubrication and cooling technology | Materials & Lubricants |
| AltitudeSI | Manufacturing components and technology | Components |
| MSC Industrial Supply | Industrial supply and tool-management solutions | Manufacturing Services |
| All CNC Service & Sales | CNC machine service and support | Manufacturing Services |
| Catamount Machine Works | CNC contract manufacturing | Manufacturing Services |
| Incodema3D | Advanced contract manufacturing | Manufacturing Services |
| Mindrum Precision | Precision contract manufacturing | Manufacturing Services |
| Marathon Precision | CNC contract manufacturing | Manufacturing Services |
| Digital Metrology Standards Consortium | Digital quality and metrology standards | Industry Support |
| Tooling U-SME | Manufacturing workforce training | Workforce Training |
| Forest City Gear | Precision gear manufacturing | Manufacturing Services |
| Kratos Defense & Security Solutions | Defense and aerospace systems | Aerospace & Defense |
| Pivotal | Electric vertical takeoff aircraft | Aerospace & Defense |
| Air Turbine Tools | High-speed pneumatic manufacturing tools | Tooling |
| TOA DR Enterprise | Slitting and metal-processing equipment | Production Equipment |
Company profiles
Okuma America Corporation
CNC Machine Tools / AutomationOkuma America develops CNC machine tools, controls, automation systems, and connected production technology.
Its portfolio spans turning centers, vertical and horizontal machining centers, multitasking machines, grinders, and factory automation.
At IMTS 2026, Okuma is bringing 11 CNC machine tools and 10 automation systems to a 17,000-square-foot exhibit, making the booth a useful example of how machining and automation are increasingly being designed together.
FANUC America Corporation
CNC / Robotics / Factory AutomationFANUC America develops CNC systems, industrial robots, ROBODRILL machining centers, and factory automation technology.
Its products connect the machine-control and robotic layers of production, allowing manufacturers to automate processes such as machine tending, material handling, assembly, welding, and inspection.
At IMTS 2026, FANUC is debuting new ROBODRILL DC Series machining centers while demonstrating how CNC equipment and robotics can operate as integrated manufacturing systems.
Murata Machinery USA
CNC Turning / Factory AutomationMuratec develops CNC turning systems and automated manufacturing equipment.
Its twin-spindle turning technology is designed for high-throughput production where multiple operations and automated part handling need to work together.
At IMTS 2026, Muratec is showcasing the MT1065EX twin-spindle opposed turning center under its “Automation for All Industries” theme.
Shibaura Machine
Horizontal Boring / Precision MachiningShibaura Machine develops large machine tools and high-precision manufacturing equipment.
Its BTD-series horizontal boring and milling systems are built for components requiring substantial work envelopes, rigidity, and positional accuracy.
The company's IMTS 2026 exhibit also introduces its Nano Division to the U.S. market, expanding its presence from conventional machine tools into ultra-precision manufacturing.
SW North America
Multi-Spindle MachiningSW North America develops multi-spindle machining centers and production systems designed for high-volume precision manufacturing.
Its equipment allows multiple parts or features to be machined simultaneously, helping manufacturers increase output per machine footprint.
At IMTS 2026, SW is running live aerospace machining and a 48-hour continuous-production demonstration to show how its systems perform in unattended production.
Hermle Machine Company
5-Axis MachiningHermle develops high-precision 5-axis machining centers and automation systems.
Its machines are used in aerospace, medical, die and mold, automotive, and other applications where complex geometry must be produced accurately with fewer setups.
Hermle's IMTS 2026 display includes five machines, two automation systems, and an extended live machining demonstration.
Mazak Corporation
Multitasking / CNC MachiningMazak manufactures CNC turning centers, machining centers, multitasking machines, and automated production systems.
Multitasking machines allow manufacturers to combine turning, milling, drilling, and other operations in fewer setups.
Mazak is running 17 machines live at IMTS 2026, including advanced multi-axis and hybrid manufacturing technology.
DN Solutions America
CNC Machine Tools / Hybrid ManufacturingDN Solutions develops CNC turning, milling, multitasking, and automation-ready production equipment.
Its IMTS 2026 lineup spans multiple machine formats and includes the DLX 450Q additive manufacturing system.
That mix illustrates how machine-tool companies are extending beyond conventional subtractive machining into hybrid production.
Hurco Companies
CNC / AutomationHurco develops CNC machining centers and conversational controls designed for high-mix production environments.
Its technology emphasizes reducing programming complexity and setup time for manufacturers producing changing batches of parts.
At IMTS 2026, Hurco is debuting the BM500U 5-axis machining center with an eight-station automatic pallet changer, connecting flexible machining with longer periods of unattended production.
Makino
High-Performance MachiningMakino develops machining centers, EDM equipment, automation, and process technology.
Its machines are widely used in aerospace, medical, die and mold, automotive, and other precision-manufacturing environments.
Makino's IMTS 2026 exhibit includes live machining with integrated thermal-control technologies designed to maintain accuracy as production conditions change.
Haas Automation
CNC Machine ToolsHaas Automation manufactures CNC mills, lathes, rotary products, and automation equipment.
Its equipment is widely used by job shops, training programs, production manufacturers, and machine shops.
The company's IMTS presence gives buyers a broad view of production machinery ranging from entry-level CNC equipment to automated machining systems.
Matsuura Machinery USA
5-Axis / Pallet AutomationMatsuura develops multi-axis machining centers with integrated pallet automation.
Its systems are designed to keep machines producing across multiple jobs with less operator intervention.
At IMTS 2026, Matsuura is showcasing the MX-850 PC4 with a four-pallet automation system, illustrating how palletization can extend productive machine hours.
KUKA
Industrial RoboticsKUKA develops industrial robots and automation systems used across machine tending, material handling, welding, assembly, and production.
At IMTS 2026, KUKA is demonstrating scalable machine-tending systems.
Machine tending is one of the clearest manufacturing use cases for robotics because automating part loading and unloading can extend machine utilization beyond staffed production hours.
Hirebotics
Cobot Welding / Cutting / PaintingHirebotics develops collaborative robotic systems for welding, cutting, and painting.
Its software-led approach is designed to make robotic automation accessible to manufacturers without requiring large in-house robotics teams.
The company's IMTS 2026 exhibit includes Cobot Welder, Cobot Cutter, and Cobot Painter systems.
Yaskawa Motoman
Industrial RoboticsYaskawa Motoman develops industrial robots for welding, handling, machine tending, assembly, and other manufacturing applications.
Its robotic systems are designed to automate repetitive work while integrating with production equipment.
At IMTS 2026, its demonstrations include both industrial production applications and interactive robot use cases.
Mitsubishi Electric Industrial Automation
CNC / Controls / RoboticsMitsubishi Electric provides CNC controls, robots, servo systems, PLCs, SCADA, and other industrial automation technology.
The company operates across the control systems that connect machines, robots, and production processes.
Its IMTS 2026 exhibit combines CNC, robotics, and SCADA demonstrations, showing how multiple factory-control layers can be integrated into a connected production environment.
Tractian
Predictive MaintenanceTractian develops machine-health monitoring and predictive maintenance technology.
Its sensors collect equipment-condition data and help maintenance teams identify problems before they turn into unexpected failures.
For manufacturers, predictive maintenance can reduce unplanned downtime while helping teams prioritize maintenance based on actual machine condition instead of fixed schedules.
Limitless Labs
AI for CNC ProgrammingLimitless Labs develops AI technology for CNC programming.
Its CAM Agent is designed to automate parts of the programming process that traditionally require a machinist or CAM programmer to define manufacturing strategies manually.
The company reports deployments where programming time fell from hours to minutes, making it a strong example of AI moving directly into manufacturing engineering work.
Autodesk
CAD / CAM / Manufacturing SoftwareAutodesk develops manufacturing software including Autodesk Fusion.
Fusion combines CAD, CAM, simulation, collaboration, and manufacturing planning in a connected platform.
For manufacturers, integrated CAD/CAM reduces the handoff between designing a component and creating the machining instructions required to produce it.
Onshape / PTC
Cloud CAD / Digital ThreadOnshape, part of PTC, provides cloud-native CAD and product-development technology.
Engineering teams can design, collaborate, and manage product information through a browser-based platform.
At IMTS 2026, Onshape is demonstrating how product design can connect with PTC's wider digital thread across simulation and manufacturing.
Siemens
Digital Manufacturing / AutomationSiemens develops industrial automation, controls, digital twins, manufacturing software, and production technology.
Its manufacturing stack connects product engineering with factory operations and machine control.
At IMTS 2026, Siemens is demonstrating a connected digital-thread workflow, showing how information can move from design through production rather than remaining trapped in separate systems.
Mastercam
CAM SoftwareMastercam develops software used to generate CNC machining toolpaths.
Its products support milling, turning, routing, multitasking, and other manufacturing processes.
CAM is the translation layer between a digital part model and the actual movements a CNC machine needs to make to produce the component.
OPEN MIND Technologies
5-Axis CAMOPEN MIND develops hyperMILL CAD/CAM software.
The platform is particularly focused on complex multi-axis machining and high-performance toolpath generation.
For aerospace, medical, mold, and precision manufacturers, improved toolpaths can reduce machining time while protecting surface quality and tool life.
ProShop ERP
Manufacturing ERPProShop ERP develops ERP and shop-management software for manufacturers.
Its platform combines scheduling, quality, documentation, job management, compliance, and operational workflows in a system built around machine-shop processes.
Manufacturing-specific ERP can reduce the fragmentation created when production, quality, purchasing, and documentation live in separate tools.
ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions
Metrology / Industrial CTZEISS develops CMMs, optical systems, microscopy, X-ray inspection, and quality software.
Its technology helps manufacturers verify dimensional accuracy and inspect parts both externally and internally.
At IMTS 2026, ZEISS is highlighting 3D X-ray technologies and AI-enhanced computed tomography alongside its wider metrology portfolio.
Hexagon
Metrology / Manufacturing IntelligenceHexagon develops industrial metrology, inspection software, sensors, and manufacturing-intelligence systems.
Its technology connects quality measurements with engineering and production data.
That creates the possibility of using inspection information not simply to reject bad parts, but to improve the manufacturing process producing them.
Nikon
Industrial X-Ray / MetrologyNikon develops industrial X-ray, CT, laser radar, optical measurement, and inspection technologies.
Its systems allow manufacturers to inspect complex geometry and internal structures without destroying the component.
At IMTS 2026, Nikon is demonstrating automated measurement technologies including Laser Radar systems.
Mitutoyo
Precision MeasurementMitutoyo develops dimensional metrology equipment including CMMs, calipers, micrometers, vision systems, and surface-measurement tools.
These systems help manufacturers determine whether parts stay within engineering tolerances.
Its broad measurement portfolio makes Mitutoyo relevant from basic shop-floor inspection through automated quality systems.
Renishaw
Metrology / Machine Tool ProbingRenishaw develops metrology systems, machine-tool probes, encoders, and manufacturing measurement technology.
Its systems can measure components both inside and outside production equipment.
At IMTS 2026, Renishaw is introducing Equator-X programmable gauging technology, which combines different measurement approaches in one system.
LK Metrology
Coordinate Measuring MachinesLK Metrology develops coordinate measuring machines for dimensional inspection.
Its equipment ranges from shop-floor CMMs to systems designed for more complex quality environments.
The company's IMTS 2026 lineup includes new shop-floor machines and CT inspection technology.
Lumafield
Industrial CTLumafield develops industrial CT scanning systems and inspection software.
CT gives manufacturers a three-dimensional view of structures inside a part, allowing them to detect defects, porosity, assembly problems, and hidden geometry.
The technology is particularly useful for additive manufacturing, aerospace, electronics, and other complex components where external measurement tells only part of the story.
GelSight
Tactile MetrologyGelSight develops tactile imaging systems for high-resolution surface measurement.
Its sensors capture detailed 3D surface information through physical contact.
This makes the technology useful for measuring scratches, wear, texture, defects, and difficult-to-access surfaces that can challenge conventional optical systems.
Artec 3D
3D ScanningArtec 3D develops professional 3D scanners used across inspection, reverse engineering, product development, and digital manufacturing.
Its scanning systems range from high-resolution desktop measurement to portable and SLAM-based capture.
At IMTS 2026, Artec is showing multiple scanning technologies covering different part sizes and measurement requirements.
Kennametal
Cutting ToolsKennametal develops cutting tools and wear-resistant technology used in machining.
Its portfolio covers milling, drilling, turning, threading, and other metal-cutting operations.
Cutting-tool performance directly affects cycle time, surface quality, tool life, and cost per part, making tooling one of the largest productivity levers in machining.
SCHUNK
Workholding / GrippingSCHUNK develops workholding, gripping, toolholding, and automation components.
Its products secure parts during machining and allow robots to grip and move components during automated production.
That places SCHUNK at the physical interface between machine tools, robots, and the parts manufacturers are trying to produce.
5th Axis
CNC Workholding5th Axis develops workholding systems for CNC machining.
Its fixtures are designed to provide access to multiple sides of a part while reducing setup changes.
Better workholding can improve machine utilization by reducing non-cutting time and allowing more operations to be completed in a single setup.
Velo3D
Metal Additive ManufacturingVelo3D develops integrated metal additive manufacturing systems.
Its platform combines printers, software, process parameters, and quality controls for producing complex metal components.
At IMTS 2026, Velo3D is using a large 3D-printed aerospace structure to demonstrate the scale and geometry possible with metal additive production.
Formalloy
Directed Energy DepositionFormalloy develops directed-energy-deposition systems for metal additive manufacturing.
DED can build components, add features to existing parts, and repair expensive industrial components.
That makes the technology especially relevant for aerospace, energy, defense, and industries where replacing a large component can be considerably more expensive than repairing it.
Impossible Objects
Composite Additive ManufacturingImpossible Objects develops composite-based additive manufacturing systems.
Its process combines reinforcing fibers with thermoplastics to create lightweight structural parts.
The technology targets applications where manufacturers want the design flexibility of additive manufacturing with stronger material performance than conventional printed polymers.
FUCHS Lubricants
Metalworking FluidsFUCHS develops industrial lubricants and metalworking fluids used across machining and manufacturing.
Cutting fluids influence heat removal, tool life, chip evacuation, part quality, and machine cleanliness.
Its IMTS 2026 exhibit includes next-generation machining fluids designed for global manufacturing environments.
Blaser Swisslube
Machining FluidsBlaser Swisslube develops metalworking fluids for machining operations.
The company positions coolant as a productivity factor rather than simply a consumable.
Optimized fluids can affect tool life, cutting speed, surface quality, machine cleanliness, and overall process stability.
Tooling U-SME
Manufacturing Workforce TrainingTooling U-SME provides manufacturing training and workforce-development programs.
Its courses cover machining, automation, additive manufacturing, quality, maintenance, safety, and other technical disciplines.
As manufacturers invest in more sophisticated equipment, workforce capability becomes an important constraint on how quickly that technology can actually be adopted.
What manufacturing technologies are represented at IMTS 2026?
| Area | Example companies |
|---|---|
| CNC machine tools | Okuma, Mazak, Makino, DN Solutions, Haas, Hermle, Matsuura |
| Robotics & automation | FANUC, KUKA, Yaskawa, Hirebotics, RoboJob, Mitsubishi Electric |
| Metrology & inspection | ZEISS, Hexagon, Nikon, Mitutoyo, Renishaw, Lumafield |
| Manufacturing software | Autodesk, Onshape/PTC, Siemens, Mastercam, OPEN MIND, ProShop ERP |
| AI for manufacturing | Limitless Labs, Intrinsic, Tractian |
| Cutting tools | Kennametal, YG-1, Pokolm, Gorilla Mill |
| Workholding | SCHUNK, 5th Axis, Jergens, LANG Technik |
| Additive manufacturing | Velo3D, Formalloy, Impossible Objects |
| Factory automation | Mitsubishi Electric, FANUC, KUKA, Mission Design & Automation |
| Industrial measurement | ZEISS, Mitutoyo, Hexagon, Nikon and Renishaw |
| Industrial lubricants | FUCHS, Blaser Swisslube |
| Manufacturing training | Tooling U-SME |
What is IMTS 2026 focused on?
Automation and unattended production
Automation is one of the clearest themes across IMTS 2026. FANUC, KUKA, Yaskawa Motoman, Hirebotics, RoboJob, Mitsubishi Electric, SCHUNK, Mission Design & Automation, Formic, and other companies are building systems that reduce manual part handling and keep equipment producing for longer periods.
The shift is not simply toward buying robots. Manufacturers are increasingly building complete production cells where robots, machine tools, inspection equipment, workholding, software, and material handling operate together.
AI in manufacturing
AI is moving from general-purpose software into specific manufacturing workflows. Limitless Labs applies AI to CNC programming. Tractian uses machine data to identify developing maintenance problems. Intrinsic applies AI and software to industrial robotics.
Manufacturing AI is increasingly focused on reducing engineering work, improving machine uptime, automating decisions, and making complex production systems easier to operate.
Connected digital manufacturing
Autodesk, Siemens, Onshape/PTC, Mastercam, OPEN MIND, CIMCO, and other software companies connect product design with machining and production.
Manufacturers increasingly want design, simulation, CNC programming, quality data, machine information, and production operations to share a common digital thread. The goal is to reduce manual handoffs and make changes easier to move from engineering into the factory.
Advanced inspection and metrology
Quality systems are becoming more automated and data-rich. ZEISS, Hexagon, Nikon, Mitutoyo, Renishaw, Lumafield, GelSight, LK Metrology, Wenzel, and other companies provide different ways to measure and inspect manufactured components.
Inspection data can increasingly feed back into production instead of functioning only as a final pass-or-fail checkpoint.
Additive and hybrid manufacturing
Additive manufacturing continues to move toward production applications. Velo3D focuses on metal additive manufacturing. Formalloy uses directed energy deposition. Impossible Objects develops composite additive manufacturing. Advanced Engineering & Consulting is demonstrating a hybrid manufacturing cell combining robotics with laser deposition.
These technologies expand the range of parts that can be produced, repaired, or modified beyond conventional subtractive machining alone.
Manufacturing productivity
Across machine tools, automation, software, tooling, workholding, inspection, and maintenance, the central question is productivity. Manufacturers are looking for ways to increase spindle utilization, reduce programming time, shorten setups, prevent downtime, automate repetitive work, and produce more with existing teams.
The companies at IMTS 2026 attack that problem from different layers of the manufacturing stack.
Why IMTS 2026 matters
Manufacturing is becoming more automated, connected, measurable, and software-driven. Machine tools remain at the center of production, but the technology around them is changing quickly. Robots are tending machines. AI is helping program and maintain equipment. Software is connecting engineering with production. Metrology systems are generating richer quality data. Automation is extending productive hours. Additive technologies are introducing new manufacturing processes.
IMTS brings those technologies together in one place. For manufacturers, the event provides a view into how production is changing. For sales and go-to-market teams targeting manufacturing, automation, machine tools, industrial software, robotics, metrology, tooling, and advanced manufacturing, participation in IMTS is also a meaningful business signal.
Exhibiting, demonstrating technology, launching products, and investing in a major manufacturing show indicate where companies are actively putting resources into customer acquisition and market growth.
How we built this list
The companies on this page were discovered using Agent Jesse, which searches the live web for company activity across industry events, funding, hiring, product launches, expansion, and other business signals. For IMTS 2026, Agent Jesse found companies exhibiting, demonstrating products, and participating across the show.
Frequently asked questions
What companies are at IMTS 2026?
Companies at IMTS 2026 include Okuma America, FANUC America, Mazak, Makino, DN Solutions, Hurco, KUKA, Yaskawa Motoman, Autodesk, Siemens, Mastercam, ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions, Hexagon, Nikon, Mitutoyo, Renishaw, Kennametal, SCHUNK, Haas Automation, TRUMPF, Velo3D, Formalloy, Hirebotics, Tractian, Limitless Labs, and many other manufacturing technology companies.
When is IMTS 2026?
IMTS 2026 takes place September 14–19, 2026.
Where is IMTS 2026?
IMTS 2026 takes place at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois.
How many exhibitors are at IMTS 2026?
IMTS 2026 features more than 2,000 exhibitors across more than 1.2 million square feet of exhibit space.
How many people attend IMTS 2026?
IMTS 2026 expects approximately 90,000 visitors from manufacturing, engineering, automation, machining, quality, and industrial technology.
What machine tool companies are at IMTS 2026?
Machine-tool companies at IMTS 2026 include Okuma America, Mazak, Makino, DN Solutions, Hurco, Haas Automation, Hermle, Matsuura Machinery USA, Tsugami America, Shibaura Machine, Muratec, INDEX, Hwacheon, Kitamura, Amada Machinery America, Star CNC Machine Tool, Sodick, Chiron Group, Tornos, and other CNC equipment manufacturers.
What robotics and automation companies are at IMTS 2026?
Robotics and automation companies include FANUC America, KUKA, Yaskawa Motoman, Hirebotics, Productive Robotics, RoboJob, Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Mission Design & Automation, Formic, Nachi Robotics Systems, Inbolt, and SCHUNK. Their technologies span machine tending, collaborative robotics, mobile robots, industrial robot arms, gripping, welding automation, and production-cell integration.
What metrology companies are at IMTS 2026?
Metrology and inspection companies include ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions, Hexagon, Nikon, Mitutoyo, Renishaw, Lumafield, GelSight, LK Metrology, Wenzel, OGP, Starrett, FARO, Creaform, Artec 3D, AIMS Metrology, and Automated Precision.
What manufacturing software companies are at IMTS 2026?
Manufacturing software companies include Autodesk, Onshape/PTC, Siemens, Mastercam, OPEN MIND Technologies, ProShop ERP, High QA, Verisurf Software, CIMCO, Limitless Labs, Tractian, OnRamp Solutions, and Dimensional Control Systems. Their products cover CAD/CAM, ERP, CNC programming, quality, predictive maintenance, digital twins, manufacturing operations, and AI.
What AI companies are at IMTS 2026?
Companies applying AI to manufacturing at IMTS 2026 include Limitless Labs, Intrinsic, Tractian, and other software and automation providers incorporating AI into programming, robotics, maintenance, quality, and production workflows.
What additive manufacturing companies are at IMTS 2026?
Additive and hybrid manufacturing companies include Velo3D, Formalloy, Impossible Objects, Solukon, Advanced Engineering & Consulting, and 3DMakerWorld. Their technologies span metal additive manufacturing, directed energy deposition, composite printing, powder removal, hybrid manufacturing, and additive production systems.
What cutting-tool and workholding companies are at IMTS 2026?
Companies across cutting tools and workholding include Kennametal, YG-1, Pokolm, Gorilla Mill, SCHUNK, 5th Axis, Jergens, LANG Technik, Platinum Tooling, iSwiss Tools, and Aloris Tool Technology.
What inspection technologies are showcased at IMTS 2026?
Inspection technologies at IMTS 2026 include coordinate measuring machines, industrial CT, X-ray inspection, optical metrology, laser radar, tactile measurement, portable 3D scanning, machine-tool probing, nondestructive testing, and automated dimensional inspection.
What technologies are showcased at IMTS 2026?
IMTS 2026 showcases CNC machine tools, robotics, factory automation, metrology, cutting tools, workholding, additive manufacturing, CAD/CAM, AI, predictive maintenance, machine controls, industrial software, laser processing, motion technology, quality systems, and manufacturing services.
Who attends IMTS?
IMTS attracts manufacturing executives, plant leaders, engineers, machinists, production managers, automation specialists, quality professionals, software buyers, distributors, job shops, OEMs, contract manufacturers, and companies developing manufacturing technology.
Why should sales teams track companies at IMTS?
Participation in IMTS shows which companies are actively investing in the manufacturing technology market. Exhibiting, running live demonstrations, introducing products, and participating in industry programming create useful signals around product priorities, customer segments, expansion, and go-to-market activity. For sales teams targeting manufacturing, automation, machine tools, industrial software, robotics, tooling, metrology, and advanced manufacturing, these signals can help identify relevant accounts while they are actively engaging buyers.
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